Things to Do in Louisiana This Weekend
Here's a roundup of Louisiana events and activities happening this weekend.
Featured Festivals & Events in Louisiana
Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival
Baton Rouge
August 27-30
Now in its second year, the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival brings four days of independent film to the historic Manship Theatre. This year's lineup includes nine feature-length films, dozens of shorts, and a slate of workshops and panels covering everything from financing to filmmaking fundamentals.
Before the lights dim, walk the Baton Rouge Film Trail and visit more than 100 locations around town where movies and TV shows have been filmed, including LSU’s Parker Coliseum, where films like “Dallas Buyers Club” and “The Iron Claw” were set.
Gueydan Duck Festival
Gueydan
August 27-30
This year marks a milestone 50th anniversary for the Gueydan Duck Festival, a four-day bash in the Duck Capital of America. Experience duck- and goose-calling contests, skeet-shooting and decoy-carving, as well as a parade, cooking contests and a carnival. Country stars Tracy Byrd and Wayne Toups headline the entertainment.
An outdoorsman’s dream, the area’s diverse landscape offers even more outdoor adventure. Explore America’s Wetland Birding Trail and witness spoonbills, pipers and egrets, or cool off on the Bayou Vermilion Paddle Trail, where the region’s natural beauty shines.
Super Hero Weekend
Lake Charles
August 28-30
Heroes, assemble! Jellystone Park Lake Charles invites all aspiring champions (and their chaperones) for a Super Hero Weekend. Suit up as your favorite superhero, tackle hero training and help save the day — then stick around for a live performance by Ryan Foret.
Craving a real-life expedition? Hit the road on the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road and journey through Louisiana's Outback: a wild, remote frontier of untouched wetlands, scattered fishing communities, waterfowl wintering grounds and sweeping coastal marshes.
North Louisiana Sportsman’s Expo
West Monroe
August 28-30
The Sportsman's Expo brings hunting, fishing and a love for the great outdoors together under one roof. Browse gear from more than 50 vendor booths, meet local experts and check out live demonstrations — it's a solid weekend for anyone who loves what makes Louisiana a sportsman's paradise.
Ready to put your new gear to the test? Head into the wild at Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge, a sprawling expanse of lake, swamp, bottomland hardwoods and mixed pine-hardwood uplands. This thriving habitat teems with life, from small alligators and turtles to coyotes, deer and a variety of fowl.
Street Artists in America Festival
Alexandria
August 29
Any budding artists in the family? Treehouse Children’s Museum in Alexandria invites art lovers of all ages to try different painting styles, strike a pose at colorful photo ops and take home free art kits at the Street Artists in America Festival.
Explore more of Alexandria’s arts and culture scene at the Alexandria Museum of Art, which occupies an entire city block and features an ever-changing array of collections from around the world, as well as an extensive permanent exhibition of contemporary Louisiana art and folk art.
Red, White & Boots Festival
Gonzales
August 29
There's something for everyone at Gonzales' Red, White & Boots Festival — live music, craft vendors, a petting zoo, pony rides, bounce houses and even a Jeep show. And it's all for a great cause: every dollar raised helps Books for Boots send comfort, encouragement and support to the military community.
Not ready to slow down? Head over to Airborne X Trampoline, where the fun keeps rolling with ziplines, ropes courses, rock climbing, battle beams and more. It's the perfect spot to keep the kids entertained all afternoon.
Learn more about Ascension Parish.
2nd Annual Alligator Co. Hatchling Event
Lafitte
August 29
Animal lovers, venture into the historic Rosethorne School House for the Annual Alligator Co. Hatchling Event. Get up close with the baby gator incubator, witness a live alligator demonstration, and dive into hands-on crafts and activities to learn more about Louisiana’s favorite reptile.
Take a journey through the swamps with Airboat Adventures. Feel the wind whip past as you zip through wild bayous lined with mossy cypress and tupelo-gum trees, while your pilot guides you through a stunning array of untamed wildlife.
The Mixoff Festival
Covington
August 30
Calling all cocktail lovers: the inaugural Mixoff Festival brings together more than a dozen local bartenders, restaurants and mixologists at Coquille Parks & Recreation for an afternoon of sipping and strolling. Guests receive a punch card to sample cocktail creations before casting their vote for a favorite. Live entertainment, food trucks and local vendors round out this 21-and-older celebration.
Kick off a weekend in Covington with a morning bike ride. Rent gear from Brooks' Bike Shop and pedal through the historic St. John district to H.J. Smith and Sons, a 150-year-old general store and museum.
Plan your trip to The Northshore.
State Parks & Preserves
Statewide
Louisiana is home to 21 beautiful state parks filled with fun family experiences. As temperatures rise and foliage blooms, consider the state’s exciting hiking, biking and paddle trails. Or book a getaway at one of our lovely cabins.
Whether you're an outdoor adventurer, music lover or just crave good food, Louisiana is filled with opportunities to #FeedYourSoul. Check our events calendar for more festivities.
